Congratulations to Darlene Ryan, principal of Glenwood Elementary School – winner of Principal of the Year honors from Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools!

Ryan was honored in a surprise announcement Friday morning. She’s served as principal at Glenwood since 2010.

Darlene Ryan gets emotional after receiving her honor. Photo via CHCCS.

Darlene Ryan gets emotional after receiving her honor. Photo via CHCCS.

 

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